Third Grade Teacher- King Elementary

Job Summary

At Kansas City Public Schools, teachers play a crucial role in student success. As a teacher, you will inspire and challenge students to achieve their highest potential, fostering a love of learning and creating a safe and inclusive classroom environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and deliver lesson plans that meet state and district standards, ensuring all students are actively engaged in learning.

• Utilize a variety of teaching strategies and technology tools to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.

• Continuously assess student understanding and adjust teaching methods to improve outcomes.

• Collaborate with instructional coaches, department chairs, and fellow teachers to enhance curriculum alignment and instructional practices.

Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring

• Regularly assess and analyze student performance through formative and summative assessments.

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive student records, including grades, attendance, and progress reports.

• Use data to drive instructional decisions and provide targeted interventions as needed.

• Work with various stakeholders to ensure students' individual needs are met.

Classroom Management and Student Engagement

• Establish a positive and inclusive classroom culture where all students feel respected and motivated to succeed.

• Manage, supervise, and ensure the safety, behavior, and well-being of students.

• Implement effective classroom management strategies to minimize disruptions and maximize learning time.

• Foster students' social-emotional development by integrating trauma-informed practices and restorative justice approaches.

• Collaborate with parents, guardians, and necessary stakeholders to address behavior concerns and support student growth.

Professional Development and School Collaboration

• Participate in professional development opportunities to continuously improve your craft and stay up to date on educational best practices.

• Contribute to schoolwide initiatives and collaborate with school staff on projects that support student achievement.

• Attend faculty meetings, workshops, family engagement events, and parent-teacher conferences as required.

• Serve on school committees and contribute to creating a positive school climate.

To Be Successful at This Job, You'll Need To:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field

• Valid Missouri teaching certificate or eligibility for certification

• Strong understanding of curriculum, instructional strategies, and classroom management

• Experience with or commitment to working in diverse, urban school environments

In Order to LevelUp in This Role, You'll Need:

• Proven ability to differentiate instruction for students with diverse needs

• Ability to use technology to enhance student learning and engagement

• Experience with curriculum development and designing innovative lessons

• Demonstrated ability to mentor students and foster a growth mindset

• Collaborative approach to working with colleagues, administrators, and community members

• Experience with leadership roles in schools, such as department lead or instructional coach

A Growth Mindset:

• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

• Willingness to embrace feedback and adapt to new teaching methodologies

• Eagerness to be a part of a transformative school district that values continuous improvement

Physical Demands

• Sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, and reach with hands and fingers

• Bend, stoop, and lift objects of at least ten pounds

Benefits

• Health and Dental Insurance provided

• KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan – mandatory 9.0% contribution required from employees and matched by KCPS

• Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available